About the role
WSP UK is looking for an Associate or Associate Director level consultant with a background in utilities consultancy. The role involves coordinating and managing utilities risks, costs and programme across projects, providing technical utility advice, managing utility works from concept to design, and ensuring utilities are factored into development proposals and cost plans.
Responsibilities
- Lead a wide variety of utility projects from local schemes to national significance.
- Work within multidisciplinary teams in the UK, managing coordinated project delivery for utility infrastructure.
- Serve as an experienced senior point of contact for the Building Services team, clients and design teams on key projects.
- Drive business growth with existing clients and develop new client relationships.
- Mentor and develop team members.
- Deliver high-level commercial awareness, project/programme management and efficient problem solving.
Qualifications
- Degree or similar equivalent qualification.
- Proven track record in a client‑facing role and management of a utility portfolio of works.
- Experience in planning, coordinating and managing utility disconnections, diversionary works and new supply infrastructure across the UK.
- Thorough understanding of Electricity, Gas, Water and Telecommunications networks for various development schemes.
- Experience with Multi‑Utility, ICP/IDNO and NAV opportunities and associated commercial risks and opportunities.
- Understanding of the relevant utility legislation for Electric, Water, Gas and Fibre operators.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects concurrently and organise time and resources effectively.
- Ability to communicate technical detail graphically, deliver reporting and engage effectively with clients and professionals.
- Work independently with minimal supervision on technical aspects or have specialist experience applicable to the role.
- Experience directing BIM teams (AutoCAD, Civils 3D, Revit, etc.) in producing quality project models and drawings.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC).
- Promote WSP’s capabilities and expertise in the region.
- Development and line management of junior staff.
Benefits
Work‑life balance
Our hybrid working policy allows work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in modern UK offices.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and encourage people to bring their authentic selves to work, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.
Health & Wellbeing
Support includes the Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
Options include part‑time and flexible working arrangements, additional leave purchasing, and use of bank holiday entitlement.
Your development
Training, mentoring and chartership opportunities are provided to support career growth.
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
